Compare performance (184 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (36800 £ vs 33100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda ZR-V or Mercedes B Class?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes B Class has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33100 £ , while the Honda ZR-V costs 36800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3642 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes B Class manages with 2.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Honda ZR-V with 5.70 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes B Class has a evident edge – offering 238 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Honda ZR-V takes 7.80 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Honda ZR-V tops out at 173 km/h. The difference is around 77 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls noticeable stronger with 450 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes B Class is slightly lighter – 1405 kg compared to 1660 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers a bit more room – 455 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes B Class performs a bit better – up to 1540 L, which is about 228 L more than the Honda ZR-V.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes B Class a bit takes the win – 550 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.
The Mercedes B Class is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Honda ZR-V blends smart practicality with sharper styling than you might expect, giving buyers a calm, competent companion for daily life. Inside it's comfortable and cleverly laid out, easy to live with and never trying too hard to be exciting.
detailsThe Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
36800 - 40400 £
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Price
33100 - 52500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 5.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
83 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
130 - 132 g/km
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co2
56 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
57 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1660 - 1710 kg
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Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
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Trunk capacity
370 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
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Length
4568 mm
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Length
4419 mm
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Width
1840 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1613 mm
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Height
1562 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1291 - 1312 L
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
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Payload
440 - 455 kg
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Payload
505 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
-
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 HP
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Max Speed
173 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
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Torque
315 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
135 kW
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
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Brand
Honda
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Honda ZR-V is available as Front-Wheel Drive.